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Gabe Villani
May 17, 2016
I met Stanley when I was working with Michelle Lee in Houston years ago. Prior to that I was friend with Gregory Hines who also was managed by Stanley. We spent a lot of time talking between shows. I remember him telling that he would only manage people he liked and they have to fit in with his family, meaning Michelle, Hines Hines and dad etc.
gary anderson
June 24, 2014
Just thinking of how this business of jazz & music really misses the Stanley Kays of the world ... live music would never lose it's grip on the pulse of the public if Stanley were here to add his genius and passion.
Anazao Kuo
July 18, 2012
I was just told of Stanley's passing by my old boss at the Kennedy Center. I met Stanley while interning in the jazz department in 2001. While hosting Sherrie Maricle & the Divas, Stanley lost his cell phone. I tried to help him find it, and he offered to treat me for dinner when in Manhattan the following month. He was a warm and thoughtful host, and completely down-to-earth. Jerry Stiller came up to our table at Stanley's favorite Italian restaurant to greet him. I felt like I was touching Manhattan royalty, and Stanley was! He also introduced me to a friend of his on the West Coast when I moved to this side of the country, a friend who treated me with the same "Stanley spirit" of hospitality. Several summers later, married and consulting in New York, Stanley and I got in touch again. He offered to welcome me to the city, again with dinner. Such a generous heart! That was in 2008, the last time I would speak to him. I miss him. I will always remember his huge heart, good humor, compassion and big smile. Rest in peace, Stanley. You were a good man.
buddy Delco
March 20, 2012
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
marian jacobs
November 29, 2011
to sybil, mace and sybil happy,
very belated condolences,
marian and max
Ellen Prague
July 17, 2011
Stanley was a great friend to my first husband, James Eddy ... standing up for him as best man for several of his weddings. Although Stanley had sadness in his life you would never know it... he was always upbeat, happy for everyone's successes. The time I spent knowing Stanley (long ago and far away) has always been in my memory and thoughts of him always make me smile.
Michael Alberse
May 31, 2011
Stanley I was just told of your passing from a good friend of our Steve Crandall.
I will never forget out conversations sitting in the dugout at old Yankee Stadium...Great memories...great stories and an great man! You touched so many people.
March 29, 2011
Got to know and love Stanley working here at Jazz at Lincoln Center. His DIVA Jazz Orchestra is in our club regularly. He was a benevolent and loving human being and will be missed. Thanks for taking us to the ol' Yankee Stadium, Stanley! We love you!!
-Scott Thompson - Jazz at Lincoln Center
Richard Woodward
March 10, 2011
DIVA's performance was the highlight of our concert season. Thank you Stanley!
Mike Hood
February 4, 2011
Stanley and I met around 1994-95 after he had heart surgery. I was Stanley's personal fitness trainer and friend for years to follow. It saddens me greatly to hear of his passing. The memories I have of spending time with him bring me immense happiness. Stanley had a unique hipness about him and a beautiful sense of humor. We once spent 2 hours reading Henny Youngman one liners and watching the Dean Martin roasts. He is a very special man in my life even though he is gone. I will miss him dearly, but revel in the times we shared. I hope one day to see my pallie again!
Gia Murray
November 16, 2010
I met Stanley in 1992 during the auditions for the Diva Orchestra in NYC. He was funny, demanding and focused. During our first rehearsals as a band that Winter I got to hear some of his "war stories". He was the real deal. I remember us girls chipped in to buy him a "smoking jacket" , that says it all!
Ron Auriemma/Leone
July 19, 2010
I didn't know Mr. Kay, however knowing many of the members of the Diva Jazz Orchestra and their incredible commitment to music, I can only acknowledge this great man from afar. He must have been a powerful person to be around. I didn't know him as I said, but I do know the world is a different place without him. Thanks Jami for the announcement.
God keep him.
Ron Auriemma/Leone
Florida
Kim Clarke
July 19, 2010
I am so sorry to hear of his passing.It is rare to find great collabrators who are really in your corner withthe experience and good intent such as Stanley . Sincere condolences to his family and all of you, my Diva sisters.
Lee Lowenfish
July 19, 2010
Stanley graced the world with wit and talent and he will be achingly missed. He epitomized the sweet and solid swingingness of jazz and baseball. Will cherish the memory of our conversations and seeing him for last time late this spring when Johnny Mandel conducted Diva at Jazz at Lincoln Center.
Lee Lowenfish
Phil Casinetti
July 10, 2010
Stanley, It was a great pleasure to be a friend for many years. I will miss the phone calls and my visits to new york. You were a class act on and off the stage. God Bless.
Walt Andrus
July 7, 2010
Stanley was a real "Stand Up Guy" in a business mostly filled with people of questionable character. If Stanley said you or someone was "Okay in my book", you could depend on them being trustworthy. He gave freely of his vast knowledge, experience, advice and amazing (often funny!) anecdotes. I am proud to have worked with Stanley and to call him a friend. Your spirit lives Stanley Kaye! Rest In Peace.
Sal Scognamillo
July 4, 2010
The thing that made Stanley most happy was to make other people happy that was it all he wanted in return was a note saying thank you and he would do anything for you. God Bless him.
Meilana Gillard
July 3, 2010
Stanley was truly a light. I didn't know him for that long but in the short time in his presence he brought me great joy and laughter and stories from his amazing experience. I will never forget that!
God Bless!
MIKE ROMANO
July 1, 2010
THE JAZZ WORLD LOST AN AMBASSADOR OF JAZZ. BUT MOST IMPORTANT A FRIEND TO ALL ...
Peter Chu
July 1, 2010
A Beautiful slide show tribute. It most fittingly introduced visually a vibrant, kind and joyous personality surrounded by friends.
God bless. And God Comfort his friends.
Being a stranger to Jazz, I sensed the emotion, the LOVE and the Community.
Stanley and DIVA on the S. S. Norwegian Dawn during the 2008 Jazz Party at Sea
July 1, 2010
Kurt Toy
June 30, 2010
Stan, thanks for giving America the greatest jazz ensemble ever. May DIVA keep on making great music in the years to come!
Linda L Landis
June 29, 2010
Stanley,
Thank you for being so kind and gracious to me, and to all whom you touched, and for being such a tireless advocate of women's talents. I feel so blessed to have known you.
Miss you!
Linda Landis, Pleasant Hill, OH
Charlie Harrington
June 28, 2010
Stanley,
You were always so kind and gracious to me. I miss you dearly. I will carry your sage wisdom and guidance with me forever. Thanks so much.
God Bless.
Claiborne Ray
June 28, 2010
Stanley appreciated women for their talents, which makes him a rarity, still! It was an honor to know him.
June 27, 2010
I had the honor of meeting Stanley through Billy Fields at a Jazz Fest in Florida and he was very kind and generous. It was a pleasure to have met him
Jane Hartman
June 27, 2010
Dick Cully
June 27, 2010
Hey Champ,
I miss you already. But knowing you, you're probably organizing things already and perhaps running into old associates and friends. It was an honor and a privlege to be your friend.
nick stefano
June 26, 2010
You were a dear friend of my friend Dick Cully. He always said nothing but great things about you. I am sorry I never got to meet you. R.I.P.
valerie maricle
June 25, 2010
Stanley
you have added so much to all lives you touched and taught us so much with your wisdom, wit, talent and generosity. so many of the things we were fortunate to experience were because of you. my family will use you as our role model and hopefully help people with graciousness and kindness the way you did. we will miss you always, but you will never be forgotten and will always be with us in spirit. we love you. val maricle, scott stanton, mary,nick,emily,jack"in the beanstalk" and will
Marcia Gallas
June 24, 2010
Stanley, you will be missed by all whom you loved and loved you....all of the people you touched. That's a whole lot of people!
Marcia Gallas, Cincinnati, OH
Shawn Williams
June 23, 2010
Stanley, we love you, and we miss you! Sherrie Maricle & The Diva Jazz Orchestra will miss you so much! Love, Shawn! Namaste
Shawn Williams
June 23, 2010
Stanley, I wanna thank you for all you done for Sherrie Maricle & The Diva Jazz Orchestra. As I influenced your drumming from Buddy Rich to Gene Krupa, and I love Sherrie & Diva Jazz Orchestra's music, that inspires me. Rest in Peace, Stanley! Love, Shawn! Namaste
June 23, 2010
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